CVE-2016-3202: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jun 16 2016(Updated: )
The Microsoft (1) Chakra JavaScript, (2) JScript, and (3) VBScript engines, as used in Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 and 11 and Microsoft Edge, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted web site, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| nuget/Microsoft.ChakraCore | <1.2.0.0 | 1.2.0.0 |
| Microsoft Edge Beta | ||
| Internet Explorer | =10 | |
| Internet Explorer | =11 | |
| Microsoft Chakra | ||
| Microsoft JScript | ||
| Microsoft VBScript |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036096
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036099
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-063
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-068
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-3202
- https://github.com/chakra-core/ChakraCore/commit/ff9067ebe9e1c92eff4e25da95070bfd5942da07
- https://web.archive.org/web/20211129115034/http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036099
- https://web.archive.org/web/20211208124350/http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036096
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-ww6f-76ff-phhj (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3202?
CVE-2016-3202 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution and memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3202?
To fix CVE-2016-3202, update your Microsoft Internet Explorer or Edge to the latest version as provided by Microsoft.
Which products are affected by CVE-2016-3202?
CVE-2016-3202 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 10 and 11, as well as the Chakra, JScript, and VBScript engines.
Can CVE-2016-3202 cause denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2016-3202 can cause denial of service through memory corruption when a user visits a specially crafted website.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3202 classified under?
CVE-2016-3202 is classified under remote code execution vulnerabilities.
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